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Geography 4 kids

Geography4 kids.com: Earth Around the Sun

For Students 3rd - 8th
Find out what all results from Earth revolving around the sun every 365 days as well as the rotation of the Earth every 24 hours.
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Center for Science Education: Eye on the Sky: Motion of the Sun and Earth

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Students model the interaction of the earth and the sun. The activity is designed for the playground. You will need chalk, but all the other worksheets are provided.
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University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Tree House Weather Kids: What Causes the Season?

For Students 5th - 8th
Explore what causes the change of seasons on the Earth.
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Enchanted Learning

Enchanted Learning: All About Space: Mercury

For Students 3rd - 8th
The planet Mercury is profiled with information about its size, mass, atmosphere, length of day, and the like. Features include interactive activities and learning exercises.
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Utah State Office of Education

Utah Science: What's Up There Anyway?

For Students 2nd - 7th
Far out there we observe the moon, its phases, and its constant changing position as we sit on a swing in the backyard. Investigate the science behind the moon through the activities provided.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Angular Momentum

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this online lesson students will begin to understand what is meant by a rigid body. Learn what torque is and how to use it in solving problems.
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Ohio State University

Beyond Penguins and Polar Bears: Common Misconceptions About Day and Night

For Students 9th - 10th
Misconceptions about the causes of seasons and day and night are common through all ages. Use the information on this site to help your students understand these concepts. Included are links to many resources and lesson plans for...

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